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September 2023: National Voting Rights Month in the USA

A House of Representatives resolution supports designating September 2023 as “National Voting Rights Month”. This aims to highlight the importance of voting, educate citizens about the history and challenges of voting rights, and encourage active participation in elections, ensuring every citizen can exercise their right to vote.
Key points
Support for designating September 2023 as “National Voting Rights Month” to promote awareness and civic engagement in the electoral process.
Encouragement for Congress to pass legislation aimed at facilitating voting, restoring voting rights to formerly incarcerated individuals, and protecting election integrity.
Recommendation for public schools and universities to develop curricula on the importance of voting, the history of voter suppression, and voter registration methods.
Support for public service announcements across various media to remind citizens about election dates and encourage voting.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HRES_703
Sponsor: Rep. Veasey, Marc A. [D-TX-33]
Process start date: 2023-09-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Supporting the designation of September 2023 as "National Voting Rights Month".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HRES_703.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-09-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Support for designating September 2023 as “National Voting Rights Month” to promote awareness and civic engagement in the electoral process.
  • Encouragement for Congress to pass legislation aimed at facilitating voting, restoring voting rights to formerly incarcerated individuals, and protecting election integrity.
  • Recommendation for public schools and universities to develop curricula on the importance of voting, the history of voter suppression, and voter registration methods.
  • Support for public service announcements across various media to remind citizens about election dates and encourage voting.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Veasey, Marc A. [D-TX-33].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

What is the impact of this bill?

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